If your yard has sandy soil, you're in luck because it has good drainage, and there are many beautiful fast-growing perennials and annuals that thrive under these conditions. Though sandy soil's efficient drainage and light, airy texture are both desirable in the garden, it does have one drawback. But luckily, it's easy to improve the texture and moisture absorption of sandy soil with amendments like compost, aged manure, peat moss, and loamy garden soil. Sandy soil's qualities make it a good fit for fast-growing plants that need frequent dividing, because it's easy to dig and plant in. Annuals that reseed also do well in sandy soil, because it provides a permeable surface for seeds to germinate.